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Does Levimir Insulin Aggravate Cataract?

Hello, thank you for allowing me to ask for help in addressing a medical issue that I have. does Levimir(canadian brand name) insulin which is a steroid contributes to cataracts? if so to what degree?what other factors contribute to cataracts? also can you recommend an artificial tear product that doesn t contain preservatives. also, how long can you safely use an artificial tear product for? thank you deepak
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Hello,
Welcome to HCM and thanks for your query.
There is no unequivocal evidence that Levimir causes cataract and it is not a recognised side effect.
Diabetes is a well known risk factor for cataract.
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Does Levimir Insulin Aggravate Cataract?

Hello, Welcome to HCM and thanks for your query. There is no unequivocal evidence that Levimir causes cataract and it is not a recognised side effect. Diabetes is a well known risk factor for cataract.